Bar Manager

Novo Restaurant is seeking an experienced and dynamic Bar Manager to lead our bar operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality / bar management, passion for the food and beverage industry, along with expertise in inventory / cost control, staff training, menu development, and food safety practices. The Bar Manager will oversee daily bar operations, ensuring exceptional service and a memorable experience for our guests.

Position : Bar Manager

Reports To : FOH Management, Operations Director

Job Status : Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full Time

About the Company :

Novo Restaurant has become known as a favorite for both locals and visitors alike due to its beautiful creekside ambiance, friendly service and eclectic and creative menu. We are a small, dedicated team of selfless, authentic individuals bonded by a passion for quality and an unshakeable work ethic. Above all else, we care. We are committed to supporting locality and sustainability whenever possible and harbor a genuine desire to nurture humankind through the shared experience of food, drink and atmosphere.

Summary of Position :

You will be responsible for all bar operations including managing and communicating regularly with FOH team and bar staff, ensuring product and service standards are met, menu development / cocktail creation, and implementing and maintaining policies and procedures. Work closely with the House Manager and Management Team (including Blue Mango Team) to achieve maximum operating efficiency and profit for bar operations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Menu Development

• Creation of a seasonal cocktail change and executing a menu which is in alignment with Novo's values and volume (max 3 per year)
• Update / Maintain Opening, Running and Closing checklists as needed with menu changes
• Enforce protocols with the bar team in maintaining cleanliness
• Collaborate with Bar Team / Floor Managers when protocols need changing or are not being met
• Thoroughly keep menus (physical and digital), 86 list, point of sale info and seasonal prep lists current and up to date with all bar offerings
• Work with Marketing team to ensure that new cocktail offerings / features are photographed and promoted in a way that highlights our bar program

Vendor and Sales Rep Relations :

Training, Follow Up and Staff Development :

Inventory Control and Ordering :

Required Skills / Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Compensation

The budgeted wage range for this position is $21.00 - 23.00 per hour, plus a performance-based incentive plan. Beginning wage is determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience and the budget for the position.

We seek staff who, like us, desire the best possible guest experience and who want to help us make that goal happen every day. Further details are available upon interviews or questions via email.

Disclaimer : This description includes essential functions. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with California law and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Novo Restaurant offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.